Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland
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The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) (Irish: Institiúid Ríoga Ailtirí na hÉireann) founded in 1839,[1] is the "competent authority for architects and professional body for Architecture in the Republic of Ireland."
Abbreviation | RIAI |
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Formation | 1839 |
Type | Professional body |
Legal status | Private company limited by guarantee and registered charity |
Purpose | The architectural profession in the Republic of Ireland and the Register of Architects |
Headquarters | 8 Merrion Square, Dublin 2, Ireland. |
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Region served | Republic of Ireland |
Website | www.RIAI.ie |
The RIAI's purpose is "to uphold the highest standards in architecture and to provide impartial and authoritative advice and information in issues affecting architects, the built environment and society." The RIAI's primary roles are in the areas of: Protecting the consumer; Promoting architecture; Supporting architects and architectural technologists; and Regulating architects.[2] The institute is governed by a 26-member council.